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Environmental Career Center · 1 month ago

Wildland Restoration Team Leader

Helena, MT

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$2,720/mo - $2,720/mo

Environmental Career Center is dedicated to conservation service and leadership development. The Wildland Restoration Team Leader will oversee adult crew members on conservation projects, manage conflict, and ensure quality project service in diverse landscapes throughout Montana.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee 3-4 adult crew members on 4-9 day overnight conservation projects

Facilitate crew member growth and manage conflict on the crew

Support the crew in completing quality project service in the field

Participate in the identification, treatment and inventory of invasive plant species

Utilize chemical, mechanical and biological treatment techniques for invasive plants

Manage wetlands and habitat restoration projects including herbicide application and seed collection

Participate in stream restoration including re-vegetation and beaver mimicry construction

Qualification

Wilderness Advanced First AidChainsaw certificationBackcountry travelNatural resource managementEffective communicationService ethicAdaptabilityPositive mental attitudeGrowth mindset

Required

High school degree, GED, or willingness to pursue obtaining a GED

US Citizen, National or Lawful Permanent Resident

Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check

21+ years old by the start date

Valid driver's license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check, and drive a company vehicle

Ability to eventually hike 3-20 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 45lb backpack while carrying tools and sometimes backpacking with full packs of 60 – 70lbs

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools

Effective written and oral communication skills

Ability to obtain Wilderness Advanced First Aid/CPR training. (Training is reimbursable to allotted amount/ MCC provides training)

Strong service ethic and desire to serve the community and the environment

Willingness to serve long hours in all weather conditions

Ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 10 days at a time

Commitment to completing term; available for duration of entire term of service